Introducing REVY Skincare.  Mom and founder Meghan DeAngelis has always had a passion for skincare. When her one-year-old son was diagnosed with neurofibromatosis (NF1), she was super vigilant about what she was putting in and on his body. The issue arose when Meghan was not finding clean, simple products to use on her son as he got older. Concerned about the adolescent years when NF1’s symptoms can increase, she took control of the situation and created REVY Skincare

Skincare products do not have to be complicated. Neither does the regimen.   REVY Skincare is a simple, clean, and effective system designed to take care of your skin with TLC and nature’s goodness. The signature clean ingredients include aloe, tea tree, grapefruit, witch hazel, lemongrass, and willow bark (and family love!). The formulas are 100% free from synthetic fragrances, perfumes, colors and fillers, GMOs, toxins, parabens, phthalates, silicones, and PEG compounds.

REVY is the whole package, inside and out. Revy’s founder wants to leave the world a better place than she found it. Sustainable bottles and packaging are part of  REVY’s philosophy to achieve a low carbon footprint. Join the REVYlution and enjoy this all-natural, simple system for all skin types that is vegan, cruelty-free, and eco-friendly.

CLEANSE

• REVY® CLEANSE is a gentle, natural foaming cleanser plus toner that locks in moisture, exfoliates, and brightens while removing all traces of excess oil and pollution without leaving residue or the stripping skin
• Smell a hint of grapefruit and lemongrass, leaving skin calm, clean, and refreshed          Price: $29
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PROTECT

• REVY® PROTECT is a lightweight, quick-absorbing moisturizer that guards against everyday stressors, free radicals, and environmental stressors without clogging your pores. This multi-purpose formula protects your face all day while also smoothing blemishes, leaving your skin balanced and hydrated
• Featuring a refreshing lemongrass scent to leave skin feeling calm and refreshed           Price: $36

 

• • REVY® REPAIR night moisturizer works while you sleep!
  • This nutrient-rich formula clarifies blemishes, balances your skin’s pH, and reverses UV and IR damage, all while giving your skin the hydration and healing it needs
  • This moisturizer will leave your skin soft and calm while smelling a hint of tea tree oil               Price: $39

 

 

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Cosmetic surgery has become increasingly popular in recent years. Once only available to the rich and famous, these days it seems as though everyone is going under the knife to improve their bodies. So, what are the most popular types of cosmetic surgery to have and what do the procedures involve?

Breast Augmentation

There are different types of breast surgery available. Breast augmentation involves making your breasts bigger and these procedures are often performed on patients who are concerned that their breasts are too small, or they are not the same size as each other. Many women experience breast reduction during or after pregnancy and opt to have surgery then.

A surgeon will make a small incision under the breast and insert the implant. Silicone is the most popular choice for implants as they feel quite natural, but saline can also be used. This is quite a standard procedure for surgeons to perform and the patient can often go home the same day.

Liposuction

Liposuction has increased in popularity over the last few years. It is most effective in areas where the skin is tight and fat deposits are present. You will lose fat having this procedure carried out and you may also lose weight. However, the success of the surgery will depend on you living a healthy lifestyle afterwards. If you don’t take care of your diet and exercise, the weight and fat will go back on.

The surgeon performs this procedure by making an incision and then inserting a tube into the deep fat layer in order to draw it out of your body. It is usually performed on the tummy or abdomen but can also be carried out on the thighs, upper arms, or chest. 

Rhinoplasty

More commonly known as a ‘nose job’ rhinoplasty can be carried out for cosmetic reasons if a person does not like the size or shape of their nose, or for essential reasons if, for example, they have trouble breathing or they have broken their nose playing sport. As this is delicate surgery, you should choose your surgeon carefully. For cosmetic surgery Perth, Dr Peter Randle has an outstanding reputation, and many years of experience in carrying out this type of surgery. His cosmetic surgery Perth based clinic is respected and accredited.

Your surgeon will make cuts inside the nostrils and also at the base of the nose if the surgery is more complicated. They then reshape the inner bone and cartilage to produce a more aesthetically pleasing appearance. Depending on what needs to be done, the doctor will use either a general or a local anaesthetic to carry out the procedure. The patient can often go home the same day. 

These are the top three types of cosmetic surgery that are being carried out at the moment. However, there are many other procedures available if you are unhappy with your appearance and want to change it. As technology progresses, more techniques and procedures are sure to be introduced to the world of cosmetic surgery. 

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Jessica Mazzucco founder of www.thegluterecruit.com

Throughout the last year as this country battled Covid 19, quarantines,  loss of amenities, and freedom, fitness routines were some of the many things that suffered. Sure, a privileged few had the time, money and motivation to equip their homes like full gyms, but most didn’t.  What resulted for many were more sedentary lifestyles and weight gain. As we all start to come out of a pandemic haze, many are wondering how to regain their pre-pandemic fitness routines, motivation, and shed “pandemic weight.” We turned to certified fitness NYC fitness trainer Jessica Mazzucco founder of www.thegluterecruit.com  for some tips.

TAKE IT EASY

Don’t overdo it when you return to the gym, your trainer, or wherever you exercise. You can’t expect to snap back to your pre-pandemic level of fitness right away. It takes time and must be done gradually. Doing too much too soon will overwhelm you, you will risk injury and possibly burnout

Safe Ways To Resume

One of the safest ways to get started is to try brisk walking (or some other low-impact activity) for a time span of 10 minutes.  Aim for a pace where your breathing and heart rate are elevated but you can still speak in sentences. This is called moderate intensity. Then try building up from one round of 10 minutes a day to two rounds of 10 minutes. You can do it all at once or break it into two sessions during the day.  Start doing this every other day and work your way up. If 10 minutes a day seems too easy, start with longer, but you should still move up gradually. You can increase the time, intensity or both if you’re up to it.  Ultimately your goal should be to do 150 to 300 minutes of moderate intensity exercise every week, unless you were doing more than that pre-pandemic.  If you can include some higher intensity exercise once you have increased your endurance, you will reap even more health benefits.

Schedule

Not everyone is a morning person who can be up and exercising at 6 am. If that’s not your circadian rhythm, attempting that schedule as a lifestyle will fail. Perhaps your workouts need to be scheduled at a lunch hour or post-work. Maybe it’s not practical for you to do 4 days a week but 3 is doable. Think about your life and the free time it realistically affords, and schedule in the frequency and times of day/evening that best suit your life.  Keep in mind that the body responds to consistency over time.  Results will be achieved more rapidly if you keep a regular frequency and pattern.

Beginner Exercises to Know

It’s also always a wise idea to make sure you have the basics down before easing back into a regular workout routine. Basic strength training exercises like planks, lunges and squats have many different variations in various workouts.  Make sure you know the fundamentals of these exercises. If you don’t have a personal trainer, you can google how to do them properly with illustrations, watch Youtube videos, learn them from fitness apps, or ask a trainer on duty in your gym to show you proper form.

Yoga is a great way to start an exercise program and you can perform it at various levels of intensity and in the comfort of your own home.  Stretching and other moves improve flexibility and strength. Yoga is also a great form of stress relief.

If you have put on weight

Many of us have put on weight due to the pandemic and that is nothing to feel ashamed of.  If you are resuming exercise with added pounds be mindful of the fact, that depending on the amount you have gained, this can place greater strain on joints, especially the knees, back, and ankles.  At first, it might be best to include exercise that reduces weight-bearing, such as stationary bikes, water exercise, or rowing machines. Once you’ve lost some weight and improved your cardio function, then you can add more walking or jogging to your exercise routine.

Warm-up, stretching and cool down are key

Your body can’t go from a full stop to a sprint. It must be “loosened” and warmed up. Proper warm-up and cooldown are vital for your workout in order to prevent injury and delayed muscle onset soreness. A good warm-up should include the entire body, even if the actual workout is going to focus on one area, such as legs or shoulders. The idea is to get the entire body warmed up and loose, and to get the blood flowing to all areas.  A five- to 10-minute cool down, consisting of light aerobic activity, helps the heart gradually return to its resting rate and the body return to its resting temperature. The lack of a cool-down period can lead to lightheadedness and dizziness, which is caused by blood pooling in the lower extremities. You don’t want to abruptly end a workout. You need to stay in motion while gradually winding down. Stretching is more beneficial after the workout than it is before because the muscles are warm and more pliable, which offers the best chance for maintaining and improving flexibility.

Mistakes to Avoid

The biggest thing to keep in mind is to take it slow.  For people who were in peak condition before the pandemic, it is human nature to want to “get back there” right away.  This impatience and tendency to overdo it, will cause injury. A year with little to no exercise is a long time and it’s going to take time to get back to where you were before the pandemic. After a week or two of consistent exercise, you can bump up the intensity provided you’re not losing form or feeling serious pain. Be patient with yourself in the process.

About Jessica Mazzucco

Jessica Mazzucco is an NYC area certified fitness trainer and founder of The Glute Recruit®  A native New Yorker, she graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Adelphi University. The latter enables her to use skills of therapeutic communication and client centeredness to help her clients transition through change. Jessica has over 7 years of experience in the fitness industry and a a multitude of diverse fitness certifications including :

World Instructor Training Schools (WITS) Personal Training Certification

National Posture Institute (NPI) Certified Posture Specialist + Certified Resistance Training Professional

ViPR – Vitality Performance Reconditioning – Level 1 Trainer

Kettlebell Athletics – Kettlebell Level 1 Trainer

Prenatal/Postnatal

SRT (Soft Release Technique) – Lower Body Fascial Stretch Therapist

Areas of Focus

Her specialties include butt sculpt/lift through exercise, resistance, strength and weight training for women, nutrition, muscle building, flexibility, mobility, posture enhancement, and pre and post-natal workout regimens.  Jess has trained celebrities such as former MSNBC Legal Analyst Mimi Rocah and country singer Jessica Lynn.

Her personal journey

Jess has helped women worldwide achieve their fitness and lifestyle goals. She embarked on her own journey toward a healthier lifestyle in 2010 when she realized how unhealthy she was physically due to poor dietary choices and lack of exercise. Her weight gain had led her to develop low self-confidence and poor relationships with food. Healthy dietary changes and slow implementation of exercise helped Jess to become physically healthier and restore her self-esteem. This success gave her the platform to pursue a career in fitness and personal training. Her mission is to educate women on how to take control of their lives and become the healthiest versions of themselves without setting unrealistic goals of an “ideal” body type.

 

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Hot Girls Pearls look amazing, I can’t wait to wear them this summer

 Hot Girls Pearls, are lightweight freezable pearl necklaces and bracelets that were initially created to provide relief for women going through menopause. BUT, they really cool you down for whatever life throws us these days. Women love it for pregnancy, if they just run warm or in the kitchen baking, cooking or even cleaning when you just need to chill out.

They are really a cute way to spruce up your look when cooking for Thanksgiving or the holidays – even if you’re celebrating virtually this year, you’ll look extra fancy on your family Zoom.

They come in a great travel pouch, which keeps them cold for up to 4 hrs after you take them out of the freezer. Once on, you get about 30 minutes of cooling sensation. Since you keep them in the freezer, they’re so accessible to you when cooking and make for a little self care element when you’re hard at work.

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